Granville Jr/Sr High News

3 /7/25

This Week's Updates
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In Memory of Mrs. Cathy Kilby in Granville Blue and Gold - From Left to Right: Mrs. Kilby, Mrs. Banta, Mrs. Vogel, and Ms. Whiting

Great things are happening at Granville Jr/Sr High!

This week's issue is dedicated to Mrs. Cathy Kilby, a long-time Jr/Sr High Math teacher who retired last year and passed away at the end of February.

Please visit this blog tribute to her on the school website and enjoy pictures in this week's newsletter.

Whether you are new to Mrs. Kilby or have known her for years, you'll enjoy reading staff and student tributes to her.

Here is the link to the blog post.

Here is a link to a celebration of life video on our Facebook page and Instagram Page highlighting today's Kilby Kindness Day.

Kilby Kindness Day brought the whole school together in remembering Mrs. Kilby and celebrating the impact as an educator, mentor and colleague to many. Thank you to the Spirit Club for this idea.

Thank you for being part of our school community,

Doug Duell

Interim Principal

518-642-1051 Ext. 2301 | dduell@granvillecsd.org 

Justin Nassivera

Dean of Students

518-642-1051 Ext. 2302 | jnassivera@granvillecsd.org 

Spirit Week Finishes with Kilby Kindness Day

Students and staff wore pink to honor Mrs. Kilby's memory and celebrate her contribution to our school community.

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Hallways full of Pink for Kilby Kindness Day
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Student Dressed in Pink
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Teachers Dressed Up in Pink!
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Students Decorated the Halls with Pink Kilby Kindness Messages Inspired by Mrs. Kilby's Teachings
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Students Got Creative and Made Their Own Kilby Kindness Shirts
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And Some Students Pulled a Pink Suit Right Out of Their Closet for Mrs. Kilby
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Teachers Ms. Columbo and Mrs. Palmer
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Buy a shirt!

Staff Highlight

Teachers and Staff Gathered for a Group Photo for Kilby Kindness Day

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Need Academic Help?

If you need help with your school work, start attending Homework Club and ask your teachers if they can meet you there when they are free.

The late bus can take you home at 3:05pm, in the afternoons. (Vermonters must provide their own transportation.)

  • Morning Homework Club meets every morning at 6:50; meet Mr. Hardin by Main Entrance.

  • Afterschool Homework Club meets Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 2:20 - 3:20 in Mrs. Rath’s Room 109.

  • Join anytime

Contact your Guidance Counselor and let them know what's going on and they will assist you in contacting your teachers and creating a plan together.

Jr High Guidance -  518-642-1051 Ext.2372 | aconstantine@granvillecsd.org 

Sr High Guidance - 518-642-1051 Ext. 2311 | bgribble@granvillecsd.org

Free apps and resources on on the Community School page to get help with reading, math and other subjects.

Have learning and thinking differences? Try this website and type in a question in the search box.

Community Resources

PTO February Newsletter - Here is the link to the newsletter.

DiscoverGranvilleNY.com - Outdoor recreation, local events and local resources like food pantries, volunteer opportunities and more.



Volunteer! Here is a link to a document of local organizations seeking volunteers, created by Granville Community Member, Ms. Judy Warner.

HEARS Family Line - get referrals for clothing, food and more from a caring representative.

The Pember Library in Granville - Get a free library card, free books, movies, wi-fi and computer use, in addition use your library card to access the free Libby app for audiobooks, ebooks and more.

Here is a link to the library to learn more.

Here is the link to the Libby app.

School Resources

Free Breakfast and Lunch - Every Day!

Come to school 15 minutes early to enjoy breakfast each day to help you focus and feel good.

Homework Club - A Quiet Space and School Wi-Fi

Morning Homework Club meets every morning at 6:50 by Main Entrance. Afterschool Homework Club meets Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 2:20 - 3:20 in Mrs. Rath’s room 109. Join anytime.

Clubs

There is a place for everyone at Granville Jr/Sr High. Sign up for a club by listening to morning announcements with details of upcoming meetings. Join anytime!

No Outside Food Deliveries

Outside food/drink deliveries create a class disruption for teachers, classrooms and custodians.

Care Closet

Your student can stop by anytime and shop for free to fill in the gaps, located in Jr High Guidance Office. Shopping bags provided.

7th Grade Homework and Test Calendar

Career Planning

Grades 7-12 is an important time to start talking about what happens after high school with your student.

Granville CSD has many ways to support your student with future planning.

In 8th grade, families can apply for P-TECH, a free program that begins in 9th grade and leads to a FREE two-year college degree in one of two in-demand technology careers: Advanced Manufacturing or Computer Networking and Cybersecurity.

High School

In 9th Grade, families can apply for the FREE TRIO Upward Bound program to mentor your student through high school (be ready to apply early in the 9th grade school year.)

In 11th grade, we have FREE Early College and Career Academy (ECCA) to earn a two-year college degree in a variety of programs while in high school.

BOCES offers FREE 17 professional trade training programs that lead to good paying, in-demand jobs.

We have Syracuse University Advance Project (SUPA) classes to gain college credit while in high school. A huge savings!

Funding Vocational School and College

There are local, state and national grants and scholarships (money you do not have to give back) for all kinds of programs - from the trades, to local workforce, to college. Check out this free 2-year to 5-year college-tuition scholarship for NYS families earning under 125K. Guidance has the latest information about Scholarships.

Vermont students who graduate from Granville can also receive in-state SUNY tuition.

It all starts with getting to school on time and being curious about the opportunities available, while you're in school.

Talk to your guidance counselor to discuss how to get started.

Upcoming Events

  • Know someone ready for preschool? Preschool Registration is Open for the 2025 - 2026 School Year - Details here.

  • 3/7 - 3/8 - NYSSMA Solo Festival at Maple Ave./Saratoga Middle School

  • 3/10 - Budget Workshop and Board of Education Meeting, 6pm, HS Library

  • 3/11 - Free Sports Physicals for Jr/Sr High Sports - Sign up with school nurse. No walk-ins.

  • 3/12 - PTO Meeting, 6pm, GES

  • 3/13 - Spring Sport Player/Parent/Coach Meeting

  • 3/14 - NO SCHOOL: Superintendent's Conference Day

  • 3/15 - After Prom Committee Fundraiser - $20 March 15th Adk Thunder Tickets - $3 goes to After Prom Party. This is the same evening where elementary students sing at the game. Let's make it a Granville night! Email - Granvilleafterprom@yahoo.com for tickets.

  • 3/17 - Spring Varsity/JV Sports Start

  • 3/24 - Board of Education Budget Workshop and Meeting, 6pm, HS Library / Spring Modified Sports Start

  • 3/26 - PTO Science, Tech & Art Fair @Jr/Sr High - Details here.

  • 3/26 - Community Forum with Board of Education Regarding Superintendent Search for School Families and Local Community - Details here.

Prom Tickets! Prom is May 3rd, 2025 - Tickets on Sale in the HS Library!

Internship! Summer Internship Opportunity at Hudson Crossing Park: Must by 18 by May 1st, 2025

Please review the District Calendar on our website (or in the Granville CSD app) each week for the latest updates and event details.

Here is the link to view the calendar on our website.

Here is where to learn more about the district app. 

Quick Reference

Community School - Bonus resources and academic support for your family

Communications - A-Z list of quick reference items

eSchool Parent Portal - To check grades and attendance.

Athletic Game Schedule - The most up-to-date sports schedule.

Morning Announcements - School events and after-school activities. 

Jr/Sr High Main Office - 518-642-1051 Ext. 2303 | smason@granvillecsd.org

Jr High Guidance -  518-642-1051 Ext.2372 | aconstantine@granvillecsd.org 

Sr High Guidance - 518-642-1051 Ext. 2311 | bgribble@granvillecsd.org

Jr/Sr High Nurse - Brooke Hover 518-642-1051 Ext. 2118 | bhover@granvillecsd.org 

Granville CSD Facebook page

Granville CSD Instagram Page

Granville CSD Youtube

Granville CSD News

PTO Facebook page

My K-12 Bus App - Transportation tracking for bus riders

My Bucks Lunch App - We are a free meal district. This is to purchase additional meals/snacks.